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This academic exploration delves into the nuanced competencies and dynamics shaping the academic journey of Semester 1 cadets at a distinguished Maritime Institute. Focusing on computer literacy, technological proficiency, and sociocultural influences, our qualitative descriptive approach seeks to unveil the intricate dimensions of contemporary maritime education. The assessment of computer literacy reveals varying competencies, urging the need for a tailored curriculum. While basics like office software and digital navigation are strong, disparities in data analysis proficiency call for targeted interventions. The implications highlight the necessity for a stratified curriculum, ensuring a comprehensive skill set in line with modern maritime demands. Cadets overwhelmingly endorse technology's role in enhancing education, signalling a paradigm shift. Positive attitudes towards online resources, digital simulations, and e-learning platforms advocate for an institutional embrace of cutting-edge tools. Recommendations focus on faculty development and increased technology integration, promising an enriched pedagogical landscape. The exploration of sociocultural influences uncovers a delicate balance between tradition and the necessity of English proficiency. Nuanced strategies are essential to integrate diverse cultural backgrounds. Recommendations call for cultural awareness initiatives and language support programs, aligning the institution with the global orientation of maritime education. In qualitative insights, cadets express a collective desire for a more intentional curriculum, particularly in incorporating cultural perspectives. This aligns with the broader scholarly discourse advocating for holistic education. Proposed avenues include workshops, seminars, and collaborations with cultural experts, providing a roadmap for curriculum development congruent with the diverse needs of Semester 1 cadets. This research, rooted in rigorous academic inquiry, serves as a guide for the Maritime Institute, steering its trajectory towards producing technologically adept professionals who are equally culturally astute, ready to navigate the complex global maritime landscape.

Professional zakat is a type of zakat which is specifically related to income or earnings obtained from certain jobs or professions in the Islamic economy. This is a form of zakat given by individuals who have income from their work or business. Professional zakat is one of the topics of contemporary jurisprudence that is still debated and not yet fully agreed upon by scholars. This research was conducted using a descriptive method with a qualitative approach based on data sources from literature studies and observations. The aim of this research is to provide information related to professional zakat. The research results show that Professional Zakat is calculated based on a certain percentage of an individual's income after meeting basic needs and debts that must be paid. The percentage that must be spent varies between 2.5% to 20% depending on the assets owned

This study aims to assess the challenges faced in implementing the Social Sciences (IPS) curriculum in the era of globalization. Employing a literature review methodology, it gathers and analyzes data from academic publications, educational policy reports, and case studies related to the IPS curriculum. The findings suggest that the current IPS curriculum needs to integrate contemporary global issues and utilize educational technology to enhance student engagement and understanding. The study also identifies an urgent need for teacher professional development to teach methods that meet the needs of 21st-century students. Furthermore, the study recommends strategies to strengthen students' critical and analytical skills in responding to global dynamics. The main conclusions emphasize the importance of collaboration between educational institutions and policymakers in designing and implementing an adaptive and sustainable curriculum.

This research examines the issues of active participation of young Catholics in the life of the church, particularly facing challenges posed by technological advancements, a trend of waning interest in religion, and boredom with traditional religious activities. In addressing this reality, the research explores the potential of Zelo Zelatus Praise and Worship as a suitable catechesis tool for young people. The research methodology employed is a literature review with a focus on literature discussing the current church life of young people, Zelo Zelatus Praise and Worship, and catechesis as a suitable tool for fostering faith among the youth. The findings of the research indicate that the church life of young people today is characterized by busy lifestyles and a lack of interest in traditional liturgy. Young people tend to seek more dynamic and contemporary religious experiences. Zelo Zelatus Praise and Worship, with its emphasis on praise and worship, emerges as an attractive alternative for young people to develop their faith and explore their spirituality. The research also highlights the urgency of catechesis as an effort to nurture faith among the youth. Effective catechesis should be responsive to the needs and dynamics of young people, building connections between faith and daily life. Zelo Zelatus Praise and Worship is identified as a potential catechesis tool that aligns with the spiritual needs of the youth through a more dynamic and inclusive approach.

Worry is a person's feeling or mental condition that arises as a result of fear or anxiety about a certain thing or situation. The challenges of human life in the contemporary context, such as worries about financial pressure, work that never comes and so on, will have a negative impact on their body, spirit and soul. However, Jesus was present and gave teachings and advice on how to overcome anxiety. This is a teaching that really helps the lives of believers in today's contemporary context. The Gospel of Matthew 6:34 provides essential insight and understanding of how God loves His people. The method used is a qualitative method which aims to answer human concerns. The results of the study show that what believers need to do in the contemporary context in overcoming worry is to realize that worry is not useful. Jesus wants His people to prioritize Him in all things so that Jesus, who is full of love, will love His people by providing for all the needs of His people and humans too. You are required to be able to make peace with the situation by thinking positively by making the situation comfortable for yourself.

The purpose of this study is to discuss and find out about the concept of accountability in contemporary educational institutions. This research method uses literature review, by studying from literary sources that are relevant to the material discussed. Accountability is the obligation to provide accountability for a mandate or responsibility assigned to related parties, especially the party providing the mandate. The application of accountability in educational institutions is a must to increase public trust in educational institutions. Forms of implementing accountability in contemporary educational institutions include: Decisions must be made in writing and available to every citizen who needs them, accuracy and completeness of information, explanation of policy objectives taken and communicated, feasibility and consistency, and dissemination of information regarding a decision. One of the accountability models applied in contemporary educational institutions is administrative accountability, which includes traditional accountability, managerial accountability, program accountability and process accountability.

The example of Moses' leadership has become a reflection of contemporary Christian leadership, especially for organizational leadership. Today, some organizational leaderships are trapped in unhealthy leadership which results in unwanted events, one example being corruption, running away from calls, being less responsible, and being more concerned with personal needs. Avoiding events like this, today's organizational leadership wants to have complete self-integrity, missionary, obedient to God, responsible, loyal, and prioritizes the needs of others in leading the organization. The method used by the author in writing this article is a qualitative method, namely by literature research (approach). The conclusion from the author about the significance of Moses' example and implementation for today's organizational leadership is that Moses' example is indispensable for today's organizational leadership in carrying out their duties and responsibilities as leaders and servants of God's sheep.